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Main Streets can leverage many federal resources, but it can be difficult to identify the best program for your Main Street and prepare a competitive grant application. This resource from Main Street America offers a list of over 25 grant programs that can be used on Main Streets, with key information like eligible entities and matching requirements. The resource also offers tips and tricks for successfully capturing federal resources. This is Version 1 of this resource; it will be periodically updated to reflect the most up-to-date grant programs and related information.
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